$155,000
SOLD JUL 17, 2026

124 E Bell Ave Des Moines, IA 50315

Indianola Hills Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
840 Sq Ft
0.61 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 17, 2026

$185 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

90 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.61 Acre Lot
  • Bungalow
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of July 2026

Nice south side gem features 2 beds, 1 bath, over 800 SF, an oversized 2 car garage and sets on over half an acre lot. Home is in solid condition. Big ticket items such as HVAC, roof, windows, carpet and asphalt driveway all done within the last several years. Conveniently located a few minutes from downtown, I-235 and all other amenities. Perfect starter home, come check it out!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Derek Veldhouse

RE/MAX Concepts Listed on: 03/10/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Tabetha Speck

LPT Realty, LLC

LPT Realty, LLC

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,560

Year Built

  • Built in 1908

Lot Details

  • 26,475 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75x353
  • Property is zoned N3B

Home Design

  • 840 Sq Ft Home
  • Bungalow
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Siding

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01001642000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,560

Year Built

Built in 1908

Lot Details

0.61 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 184.52
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 184.52
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1908
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 840
  • Total Sq Ft: 840

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal Siding
  • Foundation: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage: 2 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.6080
  • Lot S F: 26475
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 75X353
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 01001642000000
  • Zoning: N3B

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 2560.00
  • Net Taxes: 2354.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 2012
Sold by
Bjb Company Inc
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$56,433
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 2012
Sold by
Bjb Company Inc
Bought by
Omo Steve

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$56,433
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 1997
Sold by
Mortellaro Joseph P and Mortellaro Anna
Bought by
Marquis Janet and Miller Joann
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Indianola Hills, IA

  • Kayla McCormick Real Estate Agent - EXP Realty, LLC

    Kayla McCormick

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (712) 589-5583

    84 Total Sales

    1 in Indianola Hills

    $157,000 Price

    Kayla McCormick
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  • Roger Wheeler Real Estate Agent - CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames

    Roger Wheeler

    CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames

    (515) 461-6831

    325 Total Sales

    1 in Indianola Hills

    $199,900 Price

    Roger Wheeler
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  • Matthew Young Real Estate Agent - Keller Williams Realty GDM

    Matthew Young

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 444-5805

    53 Total Sales

    3 in Indianola Hills

    $107K - $242K Price Range

    Matthew Young
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  • Teresa Rockwood Real Estate Agent - NextHome Your Way

    Teresa Rockwood

    NextHome Your Way

    (515) 461-8743

    20 Total Sales

    2 in Indianola Hills

    $200K - $211K Price Range

    Teresa Rockwood
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  • Jason Russell Real Estate Agent - Realty ONE Group Impact

    Jason Russell

    Responds Quickly

    Realty ONE Group Impact

    (515) 461-6743

    109 Total Sales

    1 in Indianola Hills

    $209,000 Price

    Jason Russell
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  • Chris Kew Real Estate Agent - RE/MAX Precision

    Chris Kew

    RE/MAX Precision

    (515) 500-2960

    278 Total Sales

    2 in Indianola Hills

    $145K - $188K Price Range

    Chris Kew
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Contract Of Sale -- None Available
Contract Of Sale $85,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $56,433 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/17/2026 07/17/26 Sold $155,000 0.0% $185 / Sq Ft
06/08/2026 06/08/26 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2026 05/22/26 Price Changed $155,000 -3.1% $185 / Sq Ft
04/24/2026 04/24/26 Price Changed $160,000 -1.5% $190 / Sq Ft
04/06/2026 04/06/26 Price Changed $162,500 -1.5% $193 / Sq Ft
03/20/2026 03/20/26 For Sale $165,000 0.0% $196 / Sq Ft
03/13/2026 03/13/26 Pending -- -- --
03/10/2026 03/10/26 For Sale $165,000 -- $196 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,224 $144,800 $37,400 $107,400
2024 $2,224 $132,200 $34,100 $98,100
2023 $2,154 $132,200 $34,100 $98,100
2022 $2,136 $103,700 $27,800 $75,900
2021 $1,952 $103,700 $27,800 $75,900
2020 $2,020 $90,100 $24,300 $65,800
2019 $1,898 $90,100 $24,300 $65,800
2018 $1,872 $82,400 $21,800 $60,600
2017 $1,724 $82,400 $21,800 $60,600
2016 $1,672 $75,500 $19,900 $55,600
2015 $1,672 $75,500 $19,900 $55,600
2014 $1,604 $72,400 $18,800 $53,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Derek Veldhouse Real Estate Agent - RE/MAX

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Derek Veldhouse

    RE/MAX

    (515) 770-4100

    2 in this area

    118 Total Sales

    Derek Veldhouse
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  • TS

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Tabetha Speck

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 669-8399

    1 in this area

    8 Total Sales

    Tabetha Speck
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 735912

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 010-01642000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50315 Indianola Hills

124 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA

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